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Sunderland defeats Stoke City 3-0 for first home win of 1938 season

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Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Sunderland defeats Stoke City 3-0 for first home win of 1938 season

Summary

On November 5, 1938, Sunderland recorded their first home victory of the season, defeating Stoke City 3-0. The win marked a turning point as Sunderland climbed to sixth place in the league, a position they would not replicate for eight years. Patsy Gallacher scored twice, securing his 100th league goal amidst a strong team performance. Despite early challenges, including a disallowed goal, Sunderland capitalized on their chances, with Raich Carter opening the scoring. The match served as a hopeful moment in a season that ultimately saw the team struggle and finish 16th.

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By the Numbers

•Sunderland wins 3-0 against Stoke City at home.
•Patsy Gallacher scores his 100th league goal during the match.
•Raich Carter opens the scoring for Sunderland in the first half.
•Sunderland climbs to sixth place in the league standings.
•The match is Sunderland's first home win of the season after five attempts.

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6:00 AMYahoo Sports — OTD (5/11/1938): Gallacher Scores Final Goals As Sunderland Claim Season’s First Home Win

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While 1937 is rightly remembered for Sunderland’s first FA Cup win, in league terms the season hadn’t been a success – at least compared to the previous campaign. After claiming the title in 1936, the lads finished the 36/37 season in eighth place – 13 points behind winners Manchester City – and finished in the same […]
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